AI topic of Chamber breakfast

Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming part of everyday business operations — but many small and mid-sized businesses feel overwhelmed, skeptical or unsure how to approach it safely.

The Blair County Chamber of Commerce Breakfast Club on Feb. 19 at the Blair County Convention Center will offer real-world examples of how small and mid-sized businesses are successfully using artificial intelligence. The discussion, led by industry experts, Wayne Hippo, CEO of Fortiva AI, LLC, and Bruce Moser, Vice President of AI Technology at PS Solutions, will provide a practical framework for getting started while offering a clear understanding of what AI actually is.

Breakfast Club begins at 7:45 a.m. The cost to attend is $25 for chamber members and $35 for non-members and includes a full breakfast buffet. For more information or to make reservations, visit the chamber online at www.blairchamber.com or call 814-943-8151.

STATE COLLEGE

ClearWater sets fundraiser

ClearWater Conservancy’s Art & Chocolate fundraiser returns for its 28th year, bringing together conservation supporters, local artists, small businesses, bakers, chocolatiers and craftspeople for an evening that celebrates creativity, community and the natural world.

The event will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at 3 Dots Downtown.

This annual event blends an in-person celebration with a robust online auction featuring local artwork, artisan-made items, gift baskets, experiences, handmade cards, jewelry, specialty foods and plenty of chocolate.

All proceeds from the online auction, ticket sales, and generous sponsorships support ClearWater’s land conservation, watershed restoration and protection and community-based environmental initiatives throughout central Pennsylvania.